UNLOCK YOUR CONFIDENCE
Public Speaking workshop and coaching packages
Group Workshops | Coaching | In-house Training
WHY BLEND IN WHEN YOU CAN STAND OUT?
Our public speaking system will transform the way you look at public speaking.
Forget the myth that good speakers are "born that way". We know from experience that public speaking is just a skill like any other. It can be learned and mastered through the right training, techniques and practice.
At Gravitas Training, we have developed a system that builds up your skills week-by-week. Using a exercises that build up your confidence and equip you with the skills you need to perform
Stop sitting on the sidelines.
Stop letting other people take your opportunities.
Start taking action.
PUBLIC SPEAKING SHOULD BE FUN!
Yes, it should be fun. In fact, we believe one of the most rewarding experiences in life is making yourself heard.
Our approach is simple. We give you the blueprints and rhetorical devices that will allow you to speak on you feet (without all the rambling!)
We then build up your confidence and resilience through consistent exercises and practice. After time you will soon discover how to relax on stage and start being yourself.
This ultimate goal of this is system IS NOT to create a perfect speaker. Instead, our goal is to help you find a speaking style that suits you.
WHY OUR WORKSHOPS HAVE BECOME SO POPULAR!
- Our workshops are fast-paced and full of fun
- Small group sizes (restricted to less than 8) means you will get personalised tuition
- No fluff! Each module is grounded in scientifically-proven methods of persuasion
- Our trainers are the best in the business
- We identify the subtle shifts you need to make to get the biggest impact
This workshop isn't just about public speaking. It's about empowering you to become the best version of yourself.
Meet Chris
Chris is the Director of Gravitas Training and will be leading the workshops. Chris worked in the finance sector for over 15 years, working for professional services firms in Australia and the UK, as well as running his own consultancy practice.
This experience means he understands the challenges of workplace presentations, from small weekly round-ups to monthly board room meetings.
If you want to see some of our other services please visit our website at www.gravitastraining.com.au.
What others have to say...
Tuamas Wathen - Ericsson Australia
One of the best presentation skills workshops that I have ever seen. Full of extremely engaging content and exercises.
We were given effective frameworks on how to convince your audience using your words, body language and stories.
Carolyn Lancaster - Sydney Community Services
One of the best and most enjoyable training sessions that I’ve attended, despite my apprehension about public speaking.
From the moment I walked in, I was immediately engaged in the course material. Dale and Chris are both excellent teachers that gave everyone the skills they needed to speak publicly and professionally with more confidence and ease.
As we built on each skill throughout the day, the personal feedback was excellent. Each participant walked away a better public speaker.
Tatjana Domazet - Power of Coaching
The course hosted by Dale and Chris was such an eye opener for me and an investment that keeps on giving!
Both Dale and Chris are great trainers and experts in public speaking training. The course pace and content were suitable to all participants, despite our different backgrounds and training needs. Both trainers have successfully managed our group dynamic whilst at the same time meeting our individual needs.
The 4 Pillars
Our system is designed around key learning areas.
Unlock Your Confidence
Are you a confident communicator with a small group, but then fall apart in front of a large room? Or perhaps you used to be great on your feet but somehow lost your mojo?
We have designed our modules to help you reframe your mindset. We help take the anxiety out of public speaking and replace it with excitement.
Speaking Frameworks
You will learn simple and effective frameworks to design powerful presentations. A process that is not only effective, but repeatable.
Have you ever seen people who are able to speak effortlessly on their feet without any preparation? We show you how to do that!
The Art of Stagecraft
Once you start to feel comfortable with speaking in front of the group, we start to work on your delivery.
We show you how to use your voice, body and movements to capture your audience's attention from beginning to end.
The Science of Influence
Giving a presentation is more than just regurgitating facts and figures.
Learn the simple techniques and styles that will radically change the influence you have on stage.
Plans for all levels
Workshop Only
The 4-week workshop is designed to give you everything you need to take your presentation skills to the next level.
Your ticket includes:
- attendance to the workshop
- email follow-ups during the week
* access to an expert trainer
$490
The Gravitas Package
If you are serious about improving your presentation skills, this is the package for you.
It is a hybrid system of workshop training and individual coaching. By combing both styles of training you will get the benefit of individual tuition combined with the opportunity to practice your skills in front of a live audience.
$790
Coaching Packages
If you are unable to attend one of our workshops, we offer individual coaching sessions.
Whether you have a specific presentation coming up, or you just want to polish up your skills, we have packages that will suit your situation.
Available online or in-person
Team Training
Would you like us to bring the workshop to your business? We provide in-house training and can tailor the content to suit your industry needs.
We have run the workshop for finance companies, marketing agencies, training institutions, government departments and not-for-profits.
Lock in your spot at our next workshop!
We are almost done for the year! The North Strathfield workshop starting 26 November will be our last for 2024. Get in touch to find out about
North Strathfield
4 Sessions
Tuesdays starting 26 November
Timing: 7pm to 9pm
Last Spot Left!
Cremorne
4 Sessions
Mondays starting 28 October
Timing: 7pm to 9pm
Tickets Sold - Contact us about next workshop dates
Register Your Interest
Yeah, we get it. You would like a bit more information about the workshop to see if it is a good fit for you.
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Trust the Process
We have helped thousands of people to let go of their public speaking anxieties and become better communicators. Along the way, we have found students usually achieve their best results by using a spaced-learning approach.
What do we mean by spaced-learning? Put simply, it means splitting down training programs into several modules of shorter durations, with spaced intervals in between. That way, you have time to absorb fundamental techniques along the way.
Our workshop is deliberately designed to build on a different facet of public speaking every week. Starting at the basic foundations and building up to the finer points of delivery.
Week 01
Learn the Frameworks
Have you ever noticed some people can effortlessly stand and deliver a message that's on-point without any preparation? But when it's your turn you start rambling about anything that jumps into your head?
That's why we start we the basic foundation of public speaking: The Speaking Frameworks. Think of frameworks like a map. We show you how to structure your thoughts in a way that allows you to speak on your feet and communicate with clarity. We run you through a series of exercises that gets you used to the process of standing and speaking in front of an audience without freaking out.
Week 02
Rhetorical Devices
You have learned the basics, now it's time to really stand out.
Do you want to know what separates the great speakers from the mediocre? They know how to use rhetorical devices in the right way at the right time.
In this session we show you simple techniques that have worked for Steve Jobs, Barrack Obama and pretty much any great TED talk you have ever seen.
Week 03
Storytelling
Everyone knows how to tell a story, right? Maybe. But not everyone knows how to tell a story from the stage.
We have all seen presenters bore their audiences because they don't understand the correct pacing of the 3-Act Structure.
In week 3, we show you the key elements to make your stories and case studies resonate and engage. We then show you how to weave these stories into your presentations.
Week 04
Time to Deliver
By now you are equipped with everything you need. So, it's time to start refining your delivery.
We show you how to use your voice, body and stage to make maximum impact. This session is all about refining your style and making the most of your new skills.
FAQs
Who else attends these workshops?
Our workshops attract people of all ages from a very wide range of industries. However, if there is one thing everyone has in common, it's that they have reached a stage in their profession where their public speaking skills are holding them back.
This year alone we have had students sign up because:
* they are regularly passing on speaking opportunities to colleagues,
* it was highlighted as a development area on their annual review,
* they have started a new role or job which requires them to deliver presentations,
* they are returning from maternity leave or another form of leave and "feel rusty",
* they run their own business and need to present at marketing and media events, or
* they have a have a big event coming up (especially weddings) where they want to give a great speech.
How big are class sizes?
Small. We always keep classes to a maximum of 8 people. That is because the only way you will improve as a speaker is to get lots of practice speaking in front of others.
We firmly believe in the motto "emotions follow action". What does that mean? It means we can't just teach you how to be confident. You have to go through the process of performing in front of other people. These small successes gradually build up week after week into confidence.
How hard will it be? I don't think I have the skills.
Everyone is going to be on a slightly different journey. Sometimes we have very talented speakers who just need to learn the right structures and techniques to take them to the next level. Sometimes we have students who are way out of their comfort-zone and just want to become reasonably competent at speaking in front of other people.
IT.
DOESN'T.
MATTER.
The great thing about our workshops is that they provide a safe space for you to try out new skills and make lots of mistakes along the way (with zero judgement). We require everyone be positive and help each other. I guarantee there will be lots of laughs and encouragement over the four weeks.